Lake Stanley Draper

Oklahoma · Southwest

Habitat
Lake
Best Seasons
FallWinterSpring
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

October-May

About This Location

Lake Stanley Draper is a productive birding destination in Oklahoma, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This lake habitat attracts Redhead, Lesser Scaup, and Bonaparte's Gull among many others. The unique desert and riparian habitats support specialty species alongside wintering and migrating birds.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

Sora

Porzana carolina

3/1/20266200 N Martin Luther King Ave, Oklahoma City US-OK (35.5340,-97.4711)2 observed

Eastern Towhee

Pipilo erythrophthalmus

3/1/2026Northeast/Zoo Lake Park1 observed

Fish Crow

Corvus ossifragus

2/23/2026Oklahoma City Zoo2 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Redhead

263/5/2026

Lesser Scaup

403/5/2026

Bonaparte's Gull

63/5/2026

Pied-billed Grebe

13/5/2026

Horned Grebe

23/5/2026

Northern Flicker

13/5/2026

American Crow

23/5/2026

Canada Goose

113/5/2026

Wood Duck

13/5/2026

Northern Shoveler

13/5/2026

Gadwall

23/5/2026

Mallard

53/5/2026

Ring-necked Duck

253/5/2026

Mourning Dove

23/5/2026

Killdeer

13/5/2026

Ring-billed Gull

653/5/2026

Double-crested Cormorant

33/5/2026

Great Blue Heron

13/5/2026

Bald Eagle

13/5/2026

Red-shouldered Hawk

13/5/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Scan the water surface methodically for diving ducks, loons, and grebes.

  2. 2

    Check the shoreline and mudflats for shorebirds and wading birds.

  3. 3

    Carry extra water and sun protection; mornings are the prime birding window.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Lake Stanley Draper for birding?
The best months to visit Lake Stanley Draper for birding are October-May. The best seasons are Fall and Winter and Spring.
What birds can I see at Lake Stanley Draper?
Notable species at Lake Stanley Draper include Redhead, Lesser Scaup, Bonaparte's Gull, Pied-billed Grebe, Horned Grebe. The area supports lake habitats.
How difficult is birding at Lake Stanley Draper?
Birding at Lake Stanley Draper is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Lake Stanley Draper?
Lake Stanley Draper offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.